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Bholaa, Brahmastra

'Bholaa' To 'Brahmāstra: Part One-Shiva'; Here's The List Of Films And Series That Drew Inspiration From Lord Shiva's Name

From Ajay Devgn's 'Bholaa' to Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt starrer 'Brahmāstra: Part One - Shiva', several films and series have taken inspiration from Lord Shiva's name and image to depict his remarkable power, wisdom, and...

08 April 2023

The Benign Lord: Shiva, as Adiyogi, overlooking Velliangiri Mountains, Coimbatore

World's 'Tallest' Shiva Statue To Be Inaugurated In Rajasthan's Rajsamand District

Claimed to be the tallest Shiva statue in the world, it will be opened to the public scriptures preacher Morari Bapu in the presence of Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, assembly speaker CP Joshi, and others.

28 October 2022

Shiva In Mythology: Let’s Reimagine The Lord

We forget that Shiva is present in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, crushing the arrogance of Ravan and humbling the privileged Arjun. This cannot be explained historically, writes noted author Devdutt Pattanaik

28 October 2022

Kanwar Dhillon

Kanwar Dhillon On His Love For Bikes: They're An Integral Part Of My Life

Actor Kanwar Dhillon, who is currently seen playing the role of Shiva in the show 'Pandya Store', shared about his love for bikes, their importance in his life, and how he prefers going to the sets on his bike daily.

19 February 2023

Mahakal Corridor Project: Killing Two Birds With A Single Stone

Mahakal Corridor Project in Ujjain: By launching the ambitious and one of the most expensive projects in recent history, the BJP is trying not only to reach out to Dalits and OBCs but also to use it as a grand narrative to...

28 October 2022

Shiva: Not A God Of The Subaltern Communities

For Y. S. Alone, the idea of Shiva as the God of Dalits and Adivasis is a misnomer, as they neither have any special spaces of worship nor are they part of Hindu rituals

28 October 2022

Why Tamil Chauvinism Cannot Counter Hindutva

Was Rajaraja, the imperial Chola king, now better known as Ponniyin Selvan, thanks to Mani Ratnam’s grand film, a Hindu?

29 October 2022

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Shaivism Of Lingayats Is Egalitarian In Creed

According to scholars, the Lingayats are followers of Shiva in the form of Basava and reject practices like caste and gender discrimination, unlike the Veerashaivas, who accept the Vedic texts and practices like these, says...

28 October 2022

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28 October 2022
How Shiva Became A Political Revolutionary Symbol In Kerala

How Shiva Became A Political Revolutionary Symbol In Kerala

Shiva resonates at various levels among underprivileged communities in God’s Own Country, writes Keli Ramachandran


28 October 2022
Multivalent & Volatile: Can BJP's Plan To Politically Appropriate Lord Shiva Bear The Fruit?

Multivalent & Volatile: Can BJP's Plan To Politically Appropriate Lord Shiva Bear The Fruit?

From the most benign to the most destructive, Lord Shiva remains a mystery who defies definition. Attempts to appropriate him may not succeed.


28 October 2022
Shiva The Consciousness And The Bliss

Shiva The Consciousness And The Bliss

Academic and curator Alka Pande looks into the phenomenon and wonders who is Shiva? Is he a God? Is he a concept? Is he truth? Is he a representation of the...


28 October 2022
More Than A Mythical Persona: An Atheist's Take On Shiva

More Than A Mythical Persona: An Atheist's Take On Shiva

For Ram Manohar Lohia, Shiva was more than a mythical persona, ‘without birth and without end’, compassion incarnate, an ardent lover. Despite being an...


28 October 2022
Celebrating Shiva And Multiculturalism Of Urdu Poetry

Celebrating Shiva And Multiculturalism Of Urdu Poetry

Muslim poets have waxed eloquent not only on Hindu festivals but also on Hindu deities like Shiva, as their poetry is about communal harmony and co-mingling of...


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28 October 2022
Diary: Shiva In Kashi

Diary: Shiva In Kashi

Kashi is the seat of learning, where people worship both Shiva and Ram (Shiva-Ram) in the hope of getting salvation


19 September 2022
After Viral Meme, Ranbir Kapoor Reveals Why Alia Bhatt’s Isha Keeps Taking Shiva's Name In ‘Brahmastra’

After Viral Meme, Ranbir Kapoor Reveals Why Alia Bhatt’s Isha Keeps Taking Shiva's Name In ‘Brahmastra’

‘Brahmastra’ has taken the domestic and worldwide box-office by storm, but it has already triggered a variety of memes and videos on social media.


14 September 2022
Ayan Mukerji: There's A Lot Of Music In 'Brahmastra' Which We Haven't Released Yet

Ayan Mukerji: There's A Lot Of Music In 'Brahmastra' Which We Haven't Released Yet

As his film 'Brahmastra Part One: Shiva' is currently creating waves after its release, director Ayan Mukerji revealed that apart from its blockbuster tracks...


12 August 2022
Naga Chaitanya On Entering Bollywood With 'Laal Singh Chaddha': It's Like Having An Alter Ego

Naga Chaitanya On Entering Bollywood With 'Laal Singh Chaddha': It's Like Having An Alter Ego

Much like his superstar father Nagarjuna, actor Naga Chaitanya wants to use the Hindi film space to take risks with characters which he believes would probably...


04 July 2022
Producer Chandni Soni’s Song Shiv Ki Dhun Plays At Ujjain Mahakal Temple

Producer Chandni Soni’s Song Shiv Ki Dhun Plays At Ujjain Mahakal Temple

The song is presented by Jupiter Hub and beautifully sung by Eklavya Sakpal, whose label has composed the song too. A perfect anthem for every being that...


30 May 2022
Gyanvapi: Can Vivekananda's Wisdom Heal A Wounded Civilization?

Gyanvapi: Can Vivekananda's Wisdom Heal A Wounded Civilization?

If one thought that the Ram temple would assuage the injured Hindu pride, it’s not to be. As another Ayodhya now looms large over India, Swami...


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